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Best Outdoor Bars In the Twin Cities

The flowering garden patio at W. A. Frost takes outdoor eating and drinking to a new level. (Credit: wafrost.com)

The warm-weather season in the Twin Cities may be remarkably short, but the list of places to enjoy it is surprisingly long. Dining al fresco, catching a coffee or sipping a drink outdoors are some of the best ways to enjoy the short summer. From the high end to the high kitsch, here are the best outdoor bars in the Twin Cities.

This St. Paul neighborhood bar features a multi-level patio centered around the Twin Cities' largest fireplace. (Credit: sweenyssaloon.com)

Sweeney’s Saloon

This St. Paul neighborhood bar features a multi-level patio centered around the Twin Cities’ largest fireplace. Home to movie nights and the occasional winter party, the patio at Sweeney’s is one of the best places to sip a local brew. Hours: Sunday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 1 a.m.; Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 2 a.m.

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Brit’s Pub

Brit’s is known for many things: classic British pub food, pints of English lagers and live screenings of soccer and rugby matches from around the world. It is also known for its generous sidewalk seating area and a giant lawn bowling patio on the roof. Hours: Monday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 2 a.m.

Psycho Suzi’s Motor Lounge

If you’re in the mood for a well-mixed rum drink served in your very own tiki glass or state fair-caliber cheese curds, Psycho Suzi’s is the place for you. You can enjoy both amongst the palm fronds and bamboo on the spacious backyard patio. Hours: Monday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 2 a.m.

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Patrick McGovern’s

Because of its close proximity to Xcel Energy Center, McGovern’s is a regular stop for those who venture to downtown St. Paul to take in a show or hockey game. McGovern’s is famous for its turkey sandwiches and pot pies and long list of microbrews. You can enjoy both on its street-level patio. Hours: Monday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Tuesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to midnight; Sunday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

The flowering garden patio at W. A. Frost takes outdoor eating and drinking to a new level. (Credit: wafrost.com)

W.A. Frost & Company

The flowering garden patio at W. A. Frost takes outdoor eating and drinking to a new level. You can sip from one of 1,100 different bottles on the wine list in this charming, tree-lined space. Hours: Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.; Friday, 11 a.m. to 12:30 a.m.; Saturday, 10:30 to 12:30 a.m.; Sunday 10:30 to 11:30 p.m.